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Limber tail in dogs – Pet tip 140
Limber Tail Syndrome (AKA cold tail, dead tail, broken wag) is quite common among some breeds of hunting dogs, such as Labradors, Golden Retrievers, Pointers, Setters, and Beagles. It is a condition in which the tail becomes limp and sometimes painful after exertion, particularly during inclement weather, swimming, or in an under-conditioned dog. It is a condition well-known to hunting dog owners and trainers, but not commonly seen by veterinarians. The syndrome is characterized by the swelling of the muscles at the base of the tail (the wagging muscles, which are also used heavily during swimming when the tail may serve as a rudder). These muscles are bound to the tail by a tight ring of connective tissue. As the muscles swell and expand, the connective tissue begins to serve as a tourniquet – cutting off normal blood flow.
When increased pressure within a confined space results in reduced blood flow, it is known as a ‘compartment syndrome’.
- Owner:
- Jennifer Morrill
- City:
- Hammond
- Province, Country:
- IN, United States
- Type/Breed:
- Tabby
- Date of Birth:
- 1989
- Date of Death
- 02-25-03
- Sex:
- Female
- Height:
- Not Provided
- Weight:
- Not Provided
- Coat Colour:
- Not Provided
- Eye Colour:
- Green
This is a tribute to our beloved cat Tigger. She was 13 yrs old. She was our best friend, Our family. We loved her with all of our heart. She is missed so very much. She was always there for us when we was sick or sad, and when she got sick we was all there for here, and i was by her side til the day she passed on. We will never forget her, Nor could we ever replace her. There will never be another cat like her.She died of cancer. It started as a small tiny bump on her side that developed into a huge one by the 6th month. It popped and we called the vet and told us it was just a infection and not to worry, but 3 weeks later we found out it was cancer and she had to go away to a special place where she could be in peace and not have to suffer from that horrible-ness. It broke my heart to think about it, and hurt me even more when it happened. I just wanna say to u Tigger. Where ever u are. I hope that u can finally rest now. I love u and miss u so very much, And so does ur lil friend Mandy. I hope that u never forget us, cuz we will never forget u. U will always be in our hearts. I hope that one day we meet again. Til then I hope that ur watchin over us.You are our lil angel..
